The Slice Latest In Local Fashion Trends: Buffet Pants

A friend told us about a guy who arrived at a gathering and discovered there was going to be lots of food.

“If I had known, I would have worn my buffet pants,” he said.

Buffet pants. Presumably they are loose-fitting, at least around the waist, and can comfortably accommodate major feeding activity.

Anyway, our friend thought it was a terrific Spokane phrase. We agree.

In fact, we would like to hear people work it into conversations several times a day. And to that end, here a few usage options just to help you get started.

“Lunch? I’d love to. Do I have time to change into my buffet pants.”

“Well, I thought he was wearing suspenders because he had discovered the ‘80s or something. But it turns out those were his buffet pants from last Thanksgiving.”

“That’s a pretty blouse. It would really go with my buffet pants.”

“No, I’m not a rapper-wannabe contemplating grabbing myself. These are my buffet pants.”

“Him? Nah. He’s a newcomer to Spokane. Doesn’t even own a decent pair of buffet pants.”

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